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What year did the 6.0 come in the SSR?

The Chevrolet SSR, a retro-styled roadster pickup truck, was introduced in 2003 and produced until 2006. The 6.0-liter V8 engine option was available starting in 2005, the third year of the SSR's production run.


The Chevrolet SSR


The Chevrolet SSR (Super Sport Roadster) was a unique vehicle that combined the styling of a 1950s Chevrolet pickup with the performance and handling of a modern sports car. It featured a retractable hardtop roof, allowing it to transform from a closed coupe to an open-air roadster.


The 6.0-Liter V8 Engine


The Chevrolet SSR was initially offered with a 5.3-liter V8 engine, but in 2005, Chevrolet introduced a more powerful 6.0-liter V8 option. This engine, also known as the LS2, produced 390 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque, providing a significant boost in performance over the standard 5.3-liter engine.


The Year the 6.0 Arrived


The 6.0-liter V8 engine option for the Chevrolet SSR was first introduced in the 2005 model year. This engine upgrade was a response to customer demand for more power and performance in the unique roadster-pickup hybrid.


The 6.0-liter V8 engine remained an option for the 2006 model year, which was the final year of production for the Chevrolet SSR.

How much horsepower does a 2005 Chevy SSR 6.0 have?


390-hp
Engine: 6.0-liter V-8; 390-hp; 405 lb-ft torque. EPA fuel economy: 13 mpg city/20 mpg highway.



What year did the 6.0 LS come out?


In 1995, GM introduced its LS-based small engine block design, but the initial 6.0-liter used in Chevy vehicles would not hit the streets until a few years later in 1999. The GM engine family released a second 6.0-liter engine in 2005, with the Generation IV 6000 LS2 V8 small block.



What engine came in the SSR?


Vortec 5300 V8
The Chevrolet SSR (Super Sport Roadster) is a retro-styled and retractable hardtop convertible pickup truck manufactured by Chevrolet between 2003 and 2006. During the 2003 and 2004 model years, the SSR used General Motors' 5.3 L 300 hp (224 kW; 304 PS) Vortec 5300 V8.



What is the best year for the Chevy SSR?


Final note: '05 and '06 are the best years to get, HP was increased from 300 to 390. If you use it as a weekend fun car I say go for it. A daily driver? No.


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